Description
Fresh Cherry Tomato and Basil Bruschetta is a delightful Italian appetizer that bursts with the flavors of summer. Juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and garlic are tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, then piled onto crispy baguette slices. This easy-to-make bruschetta is perfect for entertaining or as a light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Mixture:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 1 baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch slices)
Instructions
- Prepare Tomato Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Let sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Toast Baguette: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil, toast in the oven for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Assemble: Spoon tomato mixture over toasted baguette slices before serving.
Notes
- Rub the toasted bread with a raw garlic clove for extra flavor before adding the tomato topping.
- For added richness, spread a layer of soft goat cheese or ricotta on the bread before topping with the bruschetta mix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Toasting, Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
